Signature black pepper crab dish at Chef Chen Hawthorn
陳記私享 · Hawthorn East

Authentic Cantonese
Cuisine in Hawthorn

Traditional flavours crafted with care — from fresh seafood and handmade dumplings to classic rice and noodle dishes. Open nightly from 5 pm.

240 Riversdale Rd, Hawthorn East VIC 3123
Open nightly from 5:00 pm
About Us / 關於我們

A Neighbourhood Table for Hawthorn East

Chef Chen Hawthorn 陳記私享 is a Cantonese and Chinese restaurant nestled in Hawthorn East, bringing the warmth of traditional home-style cooking to a welcoming neighbourhood dining room.

Our kitchen centres on the honest craft of Cantonese cooking — fresh seafood prepared simply and boldly, hand-formed dumplings, aromatic rice and noodle dishes, and restorative Chinese teas. Every plate reflects a respect for technique and seasonal produce.

Whether you're joining us for a quiet weeknight dinner, a family gathering, or a group celebration, we welcome you to pull up a chair and eat well.

Opening Hours

Mon – Thu5:00 pm – 9:30 pmFri – Sat5:00 pm – 10:30 pmSunday5:00 pm – 9:30 pm

* Lunch / yum cha availability — please call to confirm.

A collage of Cantonese dishes from Chef Chen Hawthorn — dumplings, crab, noodles and more

4.2★

Google Rating

69+

Reviews

Nightly

Open Every Day

2 Langs

Bilingual Service

What We Offer / 我們的服務

Food, Tradition & Hospitality

Dine in, takeaway, or gather for a function — we have you covered every evening of the week.

Cantonese Dine-In

廣東料理

Sit down to authentic Cantonese and Chinese meals in a warm, neighbourhood dining room. The full menu is available every evening.

Battered fried seafood with lemon on a red ceramic plate

Fresh Seafood

新鮮海鮮

Signature seafood dishes prepared with classic Cantonese technique — black pepper crab, steamed whole fish, and market-fresh catches.

Elegantly plated steamed scallop pieces on a long white platter

Dumplings & Steamed Dishes

點心蒸品

Delicate hand-crafted dumplings and beautifully presented steamed dishes — a true expression of Cantonese culinary artistry.

Rice & Noodle Dishes

飯麵料理

From silky congee to wok-fried noodles — satisfying comfort dishes that anchor every Cantonese meal.

Takeaway & Pickup

外賣自取

Enjoy the full menu from home. Call ahead to place your takeaway order for convenient pickup at 240 Riversdale Road.

Delivery Available

外送服務

Chef Chen is available through third-party delivery platforms to eligible Melbourne delivery areas. Check your preferred app.

Table Reservations

預訂座位

Secure your table ahead of time, especially on weekends. Call +61 413 189 999 to book or make an enquiry.

Elegant cocktail glasses with rose garnish — ambiance at Chef Chen Hawthorn

Group Dining & Functions

團體聚餐

Celebrate birthdays, family milestones, or work events with group dining options. Contact us to discuss your requirements.

Iced tea with flower garnish on a candlelit table at Chef Chen Hawthorn

Chinese Tea

中國茶

Complement your meal with a selection of traditional Chinese teas — the perfect accompaniment to Cantonese food.

Dietary Requirements — Dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice. Please advise us when booking.

Location & Service Areas / 服務地區

Serving Hawthorn & the Inner East

Conveniently located on Riversdale Road in Hawthorn East, Chef Chen 陳記私享 is the neighbourhood Cantonese table for Melbourne's inner eastern suburbs. Walk in, drive over, or order delivery through your preferred platform.

Dine-In & Takeaway

  • Hawthorn East
  • Hawthorn
  • Auburn
  • Auburn South

Third-Party Delivery

Delivery is available to eligible Melbourne areas via third-party food delivery platforms. Coverage depends on platform availability at time of order.

Chef Chen Hawthorn 陳記私享

240 Riversdale Road

Hawthorn East VIC 3123

Hours

Monday – Thursday
5:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Friday – Saturday
5:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Sunday
5:00 pm – 9:30 pm

* Lunch service may be available — call to confirm.

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What Guests Say / 賓客評價

Loved by the Hawthorn Community

4.2· 69 Google reviews
Really enjoyed the dining experience here. The seafood dishes were fresh and beautifully presented. Warm, attentive service made the evening special.

Google Reviewer

via Google

Fantastic Cantonese food in a lovely neighbourhood setting. The dumplings were delicate and the sauces were perfectly balanced. Will be back.

Google Reviewer

via Google

Great local Chinese restaurant. Food quality is noticeably above average — especially the seafood. Good for groups and family dinners.

Google Reviewer

via Google

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Representing selected feedback from 69 Google reviews · Rating 4.2 / 5

Get in Touch / 聯絡我們

Reservations & Enquiries

Book a table, ask about group dining, or enquire about dietary requirements — we'd love to hear from you.

Atmospheric dining ambiance at Chef Chen Hawthorn

Phone

+61 413 189 999

Address

240 Riversdale Road

Hawthorn East VIC 3123

Hours

Mon – Thu
5:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Fri – Sat
5:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Sunday
5:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Call Now · +61 413 189 999

Send an Enquiry

Or call us directly at +61 413 189 999